Classic Peanut Butter Blossoms

Classic Peanut Butter Blossoms

A nostalgic cookie recipe combining peanut butter and chocolate that is both chewy and delicious.

Ingredients

  • all-purpose flour
    1 ¾ c
  • baking soda
    1 tsp
  • salt
    ½ tsp
  • creamy peanut butter
    ½ c
  • unsalted butter

    room temperature

    ½ c
  • granulated sugar
    ½ c
  • light brown sugar

    lightly packed

    ½ c
  • egg
    1 large
  • milk
    2 tbsp
  • vanilla extract
    1 tsp
  • granulated sugar

    additional for coating

    ½ c
  • bag of hershey kisses
    11 oz

Directions

  1. 1

    In a medium bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking soda, and salt.

  2. 2

    Cream together the peanut butter, unsalted butter, granulated sugar, and light brown sugar until well blended.

  3. 3

    Add the egg, milk, and vanilla extract, mixing until well combined.

  4. 4

    Gradually add the dry mixture until just blended.

  5. 5

    Chill the dough for at least 1 hour.

  6. 6

    Preheat the oven to 375°F and line baking sheets with parchment paper.

  7. 7

    Shape the cookie dough into 1-inch balls, roll in granulated sugar, and place on lined baking sheets.

  8. 8

    Bake for 7-8 minutes, then press a Hershey Kiss into each cookie and bake for an additional 2 minutes.

  9. 9

    Cool on the baking sheet for 5-10 minutes before transferring to a cooling rack.

Classic Peanut Butter Blossoms

Classic Peanut Butter Blossoms

120 cal

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About this Recipe

Craving that comforting taste of a classic cookie that brings back warm memories? These Classic Peanut Butter Blossoms deliver the perfect combination of chewy peanut butter goodness and a sweet chocolate kiss, making them a beloved treat for any occasion.

What makes these Classic Peanut Butter Blossoms truly special is their delightful balance of rich, savory peanut butter flavor with a wonderfully soft and chewy texture. This easy cookie recipe ensures each bite offers the perfect contrast between the melt-in-your-mouth cookie and the creamy chocolate, creating an irresistible experience that's both nostalgic and deeply satisfying.

You can anticipate a delightful harmony of sweet and salty notes, where the unmistakable richness of creamy peanut butter beautifully complements the smooth, melting chocolate of a Hershey's Kiss. The cookies themselves boast a perfectly soft and chewy texture, offering a comforting chew that’s hard to resist. This dessert promises that classic, homemade cookie experience, sure to bring a smile to anyone who tries them. With 120 calories per serving, they offer a moment of pure, delicious indulgence.

While classic Hershey's Kisses are traditional, feel free to experiment with different flavors of chocolate kisses, such as dark chocolate or milk chocolate with almonds, to introduce a subtle twist to the chocolate element. For a festive touch, you could also roll the cookie dough in colored sugars instead of just granulated sugar before baking, adding a vibrant visual appeal to your holiday cookies.

These delightful Classic Peanut Butter Blossoms are perfect for holiday platters, bake sales, or simply as a comforting dessert alongside a glass of cold milk. They effortlessly bring a touch of warm nostalgia to any gathering and are consistently a crowd-pleaser, perfect for sharing.

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